This episode focuses on patient advisory councils—what they are, what they do, and how they help both clinicians and patients.

During this episode you will: 

• Understand the difference between patient advocates and patient advisory councils  
• Recognize that PFAC composition should reflect the patient population it represents to avoid bias—with a goal to hear ALL voices, not just the majority 
• Listen to how PFACs promote patient-centered care and improve patient safety by representing the patient’s perspective 
• Explore how clinicians can partner with PFACs to advocate for positive changes in healthcare systems 

Check out this White Paper from Coverys that provides groundbreaking insight into patient engagement: https://www.coverys.com/knowledge-center/the-importance-of-patient-engagement

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Coverys companies are a leading provider of medical professional liability insurance for medical practitioners and health systems. Coverys provides a full range of healthcare liability insurance options, advanced risk analytics, and best-in-class risk mitigation and education resources to help clients anticipate, identify, and manage risk to reduce errors and improve outcomes.

Med-IQ, a Coverys company, is a leading provider of clinical and risk management education, consulting services, and quality improvement solutions, empowering individuals at every level of the healthcare delivery system with the knowledge they need to continuously improve provider performance and patient outcomes.

The information provided through this activity is for educational purposes only. It is not intended and should not be construed as legal or medical advice. Opinions of the panelists are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Coverys or Med-IQ. 

Music and lyrics: Nancy Burger and Scott Weber